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by Jameel M. Al-Khayri (Editor), Shri Mohan Jain (Editor), Dennis V. Johnson (Editor)Date palm, (Phoenix dactylifera), tree of the palm family (Arecaceae) is cultivated for its sweet edible fruits. Over the past century, it has become a major commercial fruit crop and a key component of agricultural production in the world's subtropical arid and semiarid regions. A crop suited both to the low-input small farmer and the modern high-input commercial plantation, the date palm provides livelihood...

Mystical Mushrooms: Discover the Magic & Folklore of Fantastic Fungi - Hardcover

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by Aurora Kane (Author)Mystical Mushrooms defines the beauty of mushrooms by focusing on their magical connections and symbolic meanings through folkloric tales and superstitions throughout the world. Go for a walk in the woods on any given summer day and you may find yourself surrounded in fungi galore as they lay nestled among the ferns and trees. After a rainstorm, peek out in your backyard and you may see tiny spores sprouting from the grass, forming what is known as a fairy ring. Mushro...

The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History Behind Ordinary Objects - Hardcover

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by Emily Prokop (Author)Discover the Surprising History of Ordinary Things"Emily magically weaves a vibrant history of simple everyday objects we often take for granted. The Story Behind will surprise and delight..." ─Deana Marie, Creator & Host of the Twisted Philly podcast#1 Best Seller in Trivia & Fun Facts, Art History, Design History & Criticism, Reference, Decorative Arts & Design, and History of TechnologyLearn the fascinating history and trivia you never knew about thi...

Mushrooms of Northeast North America: Midwest to New England - Paperback

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by George Barron (Author)A full-color photographic field guide to mushrooms and fungi of the northern United States, from the Midwest to New England. Featured in USA Today, this must-have reference has spectacular photos and excellent species information.Author BiographyGeorge Barron graduated from the University of Glasgow in Scotland with a B.Sc. degree in Botany and later with an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology (University of Toronto) and a PhD. in Mycology (Iowa State University). From 1958 to 1...

Everyone Is African: How Science Explodes the Myth of Race - Paperback

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by Daniel J. Fairbanks (Author)What does science say about race? In this book a distinguished research geneticist presents abundant evidence showing that traditional notions about distinct racial differences have little scientific foundation.In short, racism is not just morally wrong; it has no basis in fact.The author lucidly describes in detail the factors that have led to the current scientific consensus about race. Both geneticists and anthropologists now generally agree that the human sp...

The Human Body Coloring Book: The Ultimate Anatomy Study Guide, Second Edition - Paperback

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by DK (Author)Discover the intricacies of the human body by naming each part and coloring it. Filled with black-and-white line artwork, this anatomy coloring book helps you study anatomical illustrations in an interactive and fun way. The key clearly explains what structures must be colored and, where relevant, which colors to use. Then, you are left to color and label the parts and systems of the body while improving your knowledge of human anatomy. In this coloring book, you will find: M...

Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why - Paperback

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by Laurence Gonzales (Author)Over a decade since its original publication, Laurence Gonzales s bestselling Deep Survival has helped save lives from the deepest wildernesses, just as it has improved readers everyday lives. Its mix of adventure narrative, survival science, and practical advice has inspired everyone from business leaders to military officers, educators, and psychiatric professionals on how to take control of stress, learn to assess risk, and make better decisions under pressure....

Principles of Quantum Mechanics - Hardcover

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by R. Shankar (Author)Reviews from the First Edition: "An excellent text ... The postulates of quantum mechanics and the mathematical underpinnings are discussed in a clear, succinct manner." (American Scientist) "No matter how gently one introduces students to the concept of Dirac's bras and kets, many are turned off. Shankar attacks the problem head-on in the first chapter, and in a very informal style suggests that there is nothing to be frightened of." (Physics Bulletin) Reviews of th...

The Human Body Coloring Book: From Cells to Systems and Beyond - Paperback

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by Coloring Concepts Inc (Author)Color your way to understanding the human body and its systems with this interactive study guide from Coloring Concepts, designed with serious students and curious learners in mind. A rich resource for high school and college students, as well as general lifelong learners, The Human Body Coloring Book is a fun way to learn about the body and how it works. Designed for people who have never taken an anatomy class (as opposed to Coloring Concept's Anatomy Colori...

Vegetal Sex: Philosophy of Plants - Hardcover

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by Stella Sandford (Author)This book introduces the reader to the exciting new field of plant philosophy and takes it in a new direction to ask: what does it mean to say that plants are sexed? Do 'male' and 'female' really mean the same when applied to humans, trees, fungi and algae? Are the zoological categories of sex really adequate for understanding the - uniquely 'dibiontic' - life cycle of plants?Vegetal Sexaddresses these questions through a detailed analysis of major moments in the hi...

A Garden Eden. Masterpieces of Botanical Illustration - Hardcover

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by H. Walter Lack (Author)In pursuit of both knowledge and delight, the craft of botanical illustration has always required not only meticulous draftsmanship but also a rigorous scientific understanding. This new edition of a TASCHEN classic celebrates the botanical tradition and talents with a selection of outstanding works from the National Library of Vienna, including many new images. From Byzantine manuscripts right through to 19th-century masterpieces, through peonies, callas, and chrysa...

The Contagion Myth: Why Viruses (Including Coronavirus) Are Not the Cause of Disease - Hardcover

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by Thomas S. Cowan (Author), Sally Fallon Morell (Author)For readers of Plague of Corruption, Thomas S. Cowan, MD, and Sally Fallon Morell ask the question: are there really such things as "viruses"? Or are electro smog, toxic living conditions, and 5G actually to blame for COVID-19? The official explanation for today's COVID-19 pandemic is a "dangerous, infectious virus." This is the rationale for isolating a large portion of the world's population in their homes so as to curb its spread. F...

Birdpedia: A Brief Compendium of Avian Lore - Hardcover

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by Christopher W. Leahy (Author), Abby McBride (Illustrator)A captivating A-Z treasury about birds and birding Birdpedia is an engaging illustrated compendium of bird facts and birding lore. Featuring nearly 200 entries--on topics ranging from plumage and migration to birds in art, literature, and folklore--this enticing collection is brimming with wisdom and wit about all things avian. Christopher Leahy sheds light on "hawk-watching," "twitching," and other rituals from the sometimes mystify...

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by DK (Author)The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashells from around the world. Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to seashells of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-color photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the complex process of identification and make it accessible to the average reader. Exp...

Introducing Einstein's Relativity: A Deeper Understanding - Paperback

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by Ray D'Inverno (Author), James Vickers (Author)There is little doubt that Einstein's theory of relativity captures the imagination. Not only has it radically altered the way we view the universe, but the theory also has a considerable number of surprises in store. This is especially so in the three main topics of current interest that this book reaches, namely: black holes, gravitational waves, and cosmology. The main aim of this textbook is to provide students with a sound mathematical int...

Creatures of the Deep: In Search of the Sea's Monsters and the World They Live in - Paperback

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by Erich Hoyt (Author) Praise for the first edition: More than a picture book ... Hoyt's elegant writing provides both the historical background for deep-sea exploration and an ecological perspective on life in the ocean's depths. --American Scientist A magnificent bestiary ... and a reminder of how little we actually know about the seas surrounding us. --Popular Science Winner, Outstanding Nonfiction Book of the Year --American Society of Journalists and Authors, Inc., New York In this ...

Oregon Rocks!: A Guide to 60 Amazing Geologic Sites - Paperback

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by Marli Miller (Author)To discover astonishing rocks and landforms in the Beaver State, all that is required is a good map, a sense of adventure, and Oregon Rocks, a guide to 60 of the most compelling geologic sites in the state.Back JacketTo discover astonishing rocks and landforms in the Beaver State, all that is required is a good map, a sense of adventure, and Oregon Rocks, a guide to 60 of the most compelling geologic sites in the state. The well-chosen destinations span the state's geo...

Numbers Don't Lie: 71 Stories to Help Us Understand the Modern World - Paperback

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by Vaclav Smil (Author)"Vaclav Smil is my favorite author... Numbers Don't Lie takes everything that makes his writing great and boils it down into an easy-to-read format. I unabashedly recommend this book to anyone who loves learning."--Bill Gates, GatesNotes From the author of How the World Really Works, an essential guide to understanding how numbers reveal the true state of our world--exploring a wide range of topics including energy, the environment, technology, transportation, and food ...

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by Kate Howells (Author)Packed with wild art and mind-blowing space facts, this book proves how awesome the universe is--and that space is for everyone. From astrophysics to rocket science to the future of space exploration, Space Is Cool as F*ck explains everything you thought you'd never understand about the universe in plain-old filthy English. We're talking Big Bang, aliens, black holes, time travel, degenerate astronomers, and all the fundamental things you take for granted until you sto...

An End to Upside Down Living: Reorienting Our Consciousness to Live Better and Save the Human Species - Hardcover

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by Mark Gober (Author)What drives all of your life's priorities, values, and decisions? In the sequel to An End to Upside Down Thinking, Mark Gober builds a science-based worldview from which we can create a compass for living. In stark contrast to his prior belief system, Gober explains why life is actually full of meaning. From this perspective, he lays out how we might approach life accordingly, along with the well-traveled "awakening" path that we're likely to encounter. At this pivotal j...

Is This Wi-Fi Organic?: A Guide to Spotting Misleading Science Online (Science Myths Debunked) - Paperback

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by Dave Farina (Author)How to Separate Real Scientific Truths from Fake News"Scientific literacy is our best defense in an age of increasing disinformation." ―Kellie Gerardi, Aerospace Professional and Author of Not Necessarily Rocket Science #1 New Release in Safety & First Aid, Education, Essays & Commentary, Scientific Research, and EthicsWe live in the internet age, where scams, frauds, fake-news, fake stories, fake science, and false narratives are everywhere. With the knowledge ...

The Golden Age of Philosophy of Science 1945 to 2000: Logical Reconstructionism, Descriptivism, Normative Naturalism, and Foundationalism - Paperback

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by John Losee (Author)This book offers the reader a guide to the major philosophical approaches to science since World War Two. Considering the bases, arguments and conclusions of the four main movements - Logical Reconstructionism, Descriptivism, Normative Naturalism and Foundationalism - John Losee explores how philosophy has both shaped and expanded our understanding of science. The volume features major figures of twentieth century science, and engages with the work of previous philosoph...

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by H. Walter Lack (Author)On December 15, 1868, Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868), Professor of Botany at the University of Munich and director of the Royal Botanic Garden, was carried to his grave in a coffin covered with fresh palm leaves. These were a reference to his groundbreaking Historia naturalis palmarum: opus tripartitum (Natural History of Palms: a work in three volumes), published between 1823 and 1853. At the time, this encyclopedic treasury contained the sum of huma...

The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative - Paperback

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by Florence Williams (Author)From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas--and the answers they yield--are more urgent than ever. Number o...

Genomics: A Very Short Introduction - Paperback

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by John M. Archibald (Author)Genomics has transformed the biological sciences. From epidemiology and medicine to evolution and forensics, the ability to determine an organism's complete genetic makeup has changed the way science is done and the questions that can be asked of it. Its most celebrated achievement was the Human Genome Project, a technologically challenging endeavor that took thousands of scientists around the world 13 years and over three billion US dollars to complete. In this V...

Relativity: A Very Short Introduction - Paperback

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by Russell Stannard (Author)If you move at high speed, time slows down, space squashes up and you get heavier. Travel fast enough and you could weigh as much as a jumbo jet, be flattened thinner than a CD without feeling a thing-and live forever! As for the angles of a triangle, they do not always have to add up to 180 degrees. And then, of course, there are black holes. These are but a few of the extraordinary consequences of Einstein's theory of relativity. It is now over a hundred years si...

Chaos: A Very Short Introduction - Paperback

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by Lenny Smith (Author)Chaos exists in systems all around us. Even the simplest system can be subject to chaos, denying us accurate predictions of its behavior, and sometimes giving rise to astonishing structures of large-scale order. Here, Leonard Smith shows that we all have an intuitive understanding of chaotic systems. He uses accessible math and physics to explain Chaos Theory, and points to numerous examples in philosophy and literature that illuminate the problems. This book provides a...

Cataclysms on the Columbia: The Great Missoula Floods - Paperback

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by John Eliot Allen (Author), Marjorie Burns (Author), Scott Burns (Author)Cataclysms on the Columbia tells two stories. One follows geological research that challenged the scientific paradigm of the early 20th century, and the other chronicles the result of that research: the discovery of powerful prehistoric floods that shaped the Pacific Northwest. The cataclysms at the end of the last Ice Age left a scabland of buttes, dry falls, and rocky gorges, but it took the detective work of geologi...

The Lost Language of Plants: The Ecological Importance of Plant Medicines to Life on Earth - Paperback

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by Stephen Harrod Buhner (Author)This could be the most important book you will read this year. Around the office at Chelsea Green it is referred to as the "pharmaceutical Silent Spring." Well-known author, teacher, lecturer, and herbalist Stephen Harrod Buhner has produced a book that is certain to generate controversy. It consists of three parts: A critique of technological medicine, and especially the dangers to the environment posed by pharmaceuticals and other synthetic substances that...

Compound-Specific Stable Isotope Analysis - Hardcover

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by Maik A. Jochmann (Author), Torsten C. Schmidt (Author)The use of Compound-specific Stable Isotope Analysis (CSIA) is increasing in many areas of science and technology for source allocation, authentication, and characterization of transformation reactions. Until now, there have been no textbooks available for students with an analytical chemical background or basic introductory books emphasising the instrumentation and theory. This book is the first to focus solely on stable isotope analys...

Can Science Explain Everything? - Paperback

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by John Lennox (Author)Can science explain everything? Many people think so. Science, and the technologies it has spawned, has delivered so much to the world: clean water; more food; better healthcare; longer life. And we live in a time of rapid scientific progress that holds enormous promise for many of the problems we face as humankind. So much so, in fact, that many see no need or use for religion and belief systems that offer us answers to the mysteries of our universe. Science has explai...

Woolly: The True Story of the Quest to Revive History's Most Iconic Extinct Creature - Paperback

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by Ben Mezrich (Author)The bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and The 37th Parallel tells the fascinating Jurassic Park--like story of the genetic restoration of an extinct species--the woolly mammoth. "Paced like a thriller...Woolly reanimates history and breathes new life into the narrative of nature" (NPR).With his "unparalleled" (Booklist, starred review) writing, Ben Mezrich takes us on an exhilarating and true adventure story from the icy terrain of Siberia to the cutting...